Tangipahoa African American Heritage Museum & Veterans Archives — Attraction in Hammond

I love this museum. This was my 2nd visit. I tookmy oldest Grandson a few years ago. This kid was not as blown away by all the things black people had invented, but he did gather information and pictures for a school project, as the older grandson. He spent an 11/2 hrs in just those 2 rooms. This middle kid was all about the slave era all the way up to the 60's. The original KKK clothes really got to both of us, so hard to look at. Wish there had been a warning! But it's TRUE history. I'll bring my youngest in a couple of years. I think every 6th grader in La. Should be able to see...

Very informative museum. It is a work in progress, as most small private museums that I know of are. They have an event in June they are hoping to have more settled exhibits by then. There is a wealth of knowledge to learn here even now. I am glad I found this on the list of places documenting the African American Heritage Trail and I am glad I came. I would suggest this museum for everyone with the slightest inclination to learning about the past so it doesn't...

I had a wonderful experience exploring the museum and learning about African American Heritage. The content of the museum was informative and enlightening and the staff were very friendly! Highly...